The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recognizes
the importance of managing the developing dentition
and occlusion and its effect on the well-being of infants,
children, and adolescents. Management includes the recognition,
diagnosis, and appropriate treatment of dentofacial
abnormalities. This guideline is intended to set forth objectives
for management of the developing dentition and occlusion in
pediatric dentistry.

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Clinical Affairs Committee – Developing Dentition Subcommittee

This article originally appeared in American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry